Скачать или смотреть EP 1 | Prof. Abhay Ashtekar's Biographical Interview | My Life in Science

Summary

In this conversation, Abhay Ashtekar shares his remarkable journey from his early life in India to becoming a leading figure in theoretical physics. He discusses the influence of his family, his early interest in mathematics and science, and the challenges he faced in his education. Abhay emphasizes the importance of self-belief, mentorship, and the balance between pursuing one's passions and academic responsibilities. He reflects on his decision to choose pure science over engineering and the impact of his university experiences on his career path.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Context
02:07 Early Life and Family Background
04:16 Early interest in math
05:11 Little accident
06:05 About parents
11:20 Early Interests in Science
12:51 Big transition: Universality of Physics
16:22 Influence of teachers
19:51 Interests in popular books
21:02 Getting national merit scholarship
25:35 Performance in college
26:20 Choosing Pure Science Over Engineering
29:04 Advice to school students
32:26 Undergraduate time
38:49 Scholarships and Bureaucratic Challenges
44:00 Opportunities and Early Research Experiences
49:28 Advice for Aspiring Researchers
57:06 Reflections on Graduate Studies and Future Paths
01:04:58 Outro

Keywords

Abhay Ashtekar, quantum gravity, theoretical physics, education, science, research, India, Feynman, mentorship, academic journey

Sound Bites

"Life is really like riding a bicycle."
"You have to strike this balance."
"I think you have to change."

*Music Attribution*:
"The Inspiration (EPIC)" by Serjo De Lua (Keys of Moon Music), sourced from their official Bandcamp page.
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